Top 10 things to do in the Overberg in May 2017

May 8, 2017 @ 8:00 am — May 13, 2017 @ 2:00pm

Yes these enthusiastic Penguin lovers have been waddling all week!

They left Gansbaai on Monday and went to Stanford, Hermanus, Kleinmond and were at Betty’s Bay visiting their friends at Stony Point yesterday. Today they walk to Strand and then on Saturday they’ll do the last leg to Muizenberg and Simon’s Town.

Penguins could be extinct in 6 years! Just SIX!!! And essentially as a direct result of human impact.

Penguin Promises do this walk annually to raise awareness about Penguins. All you need to do is make a promise – any one of these will do (but preferably all!).

May 19, 2017 @ 5:00 pm — May 21, 2017 @ 8:00pm

It’s that time of the year again, when the charming villages of Greyton and Genadendal, in the foothills of the Sonderend Mountains in the Overberg come alive with the magical sounds of classical music.

This intimate and fun festival of classical music is one of the most popular festivals in the Western Cape.

The atmosphere will be food for the soul. Wherever you go music will be permeating – busking at the market, a flash mob on Saturday morning; violin, guitar, piano, opera in the restaurants.

Take a look at the programme to see the extraordinary collection of world class musicians that will be performing.

This is the ideal opportunity for a cosy weekend away in these quaint little villages. Who knows…you may even see snow!

May 20, 2017 @ 9:30 am — May 21, 2017 @ 3:00pm

All of us are creative. If you feel you aren’t, or you’ve lost touch with your creativity, or even if you are regularly creative but need a little boost – attend this workshop!

No previous artistic experience required.

Stanford artist, Tracy Algar, gently guides you through her personal creative process over 2 days, teaching you techniques, exploring symbolism, colour as well as how to listen to your intuition and use intuitive art for self-discovery.

May 27, 2017 @ 9:00 am — May 27, 2017 @ 4:00pm

The Friends of the Museum are hosting an exciting and informative ‘Family Museum Day’ on the 27th of May 2017 at the DROSTDY MUSEUM in Swellendam.

National Museum day is a celebration of our rich cultural heritage and a day when all sectors of the community are invited to revisit our countries history and to enjoy a fun filled, community spirited family day at the museum.

This year’s Museum Day program runs from 9am until 4pm and will be jam packed with informative talks and workshops, entertainment for young and old, interesting stalls and exhibitions and of course it will be an ideal opportunity to get reacquainted with this important historical icon and community asset.

There is loads for kids to do from education to entertainment and will include; tractor rides, pony rides, a treasure hunt, jumping castle, face painting, milk cows, demonstrations and even kiddies yoga classes.

There’s a ‘Heritage and History’ treasure hunt for adults with prizes and vouchers for the first 50 people who successfully complete the challenge. Make sure you are there early enough to win!

There is all this and MUCH more going on to celebrate so look at the full programme to ensure you don’t miss out on something.

The new ‘Cape Trade Market Collective’ are also collaborating with the Friends of the Museum this year. This is an initiative that enables stall holders and market organizers from all over the Overberg to connect and co-ordinate their activities.

So you will be in for a treat with all their extraordinary creations for sale at the market. You can get a taste of what will be available by browsing through their online shop.

May 27, 2017 @ 10:00 am

They are always an absolute treat. In fact, I did almost all my Christmas shopping there last year. If you think disabled people are dis-abled – you will not believe how able they are. Their creations are beautiful and brilliantly made.

There will be yummy coffee, sponsored by The Beanery, to sip on while you browse the studios and garden. Crafters will be doing demonstrations in making soap / mosaic stepping stones and hypertufa pots and share info on classes if you want to learn how to make your own.

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